2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Because 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | DB9 | Milan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |